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    Food pantry (groceries)

    Bread for the City - Southeast Center

    72 reviews

    Unclaimed

    15 minutes

    average wait time

    0.34 mi


    Info

    Fresh produce & meat available at every visit. Delivery available on a case by case basis; please call to inquire. Medical care is also available by appointment, including dental and vision.

    • Requirements

      • You can visit once a month
      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Client choice pantry
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      9:00 am–3:00 pm

    • This Tuesday

      9:00 am–3:00 pm

    • This Wednesday

      9:00 am–3:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–3:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

    • 9:00 am–3:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Friday

    • 9:00 am–3:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Friday

    Map of Bread for the City - Southeast Center

    Location

    1700 Marion Barry Avenue SouthEast

    Fairlawn, DC 20020

    directions

    Contact

    (202) 773-2308

    https://breadforthecity.org/

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    10 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.65 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      9:00 am–11:30 am

    • Sat, June 13th (next month)

      9:00 am–11:30 am

    • Sat, July 11th (in 2 months)

      9:00 am–11:30 am

    • 9:00 am–11:30 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    17 reviews

    Claimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.14 mi


    Info

    • DC Diaper Bank distribution: Monday 11 AM – 2 PM
    • Proof of D.C. residence is required upon registration.
    • We also issue Martha Table cards which you may get when you sign up to come to the market, and you can shop 2xs a month.
    • Requirements

      • You can visit twice a month
      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      11:00 am–4:00 pm

    • This Tuesday

      11:00 am–4:00 pm

    • This Wednesday

      11:00 am–4:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–4:00 pm

      every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

  5. How do I get food?

    You can receive food by visiting the food pantry or soup kitchen when it’s open. Make sure to check each resource page to see details like address, full schedule, and requirements.

  6. Can someone deliver the food to my house?

    Delivery services are very limited and are reserved for senior citizens or those with serious medical problems. If you believe you fall into either category, let us know and we may be able to help you find options in Fairlawn.

  7. What do I have to bring?

    Every location is different! Please review the details included on each resource to see whether you need to bring any documentation like ID or proof of address, or supplies like bags to carry the food. If you don’t see any information on the resource, you don’t have to bring anything!

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    17 minutes

    average wait time

    0.86 mi


    Info

    Other Services Offered:

    • Energy Assistance-can provide up to $500.00 to Pepco and Washington Gas bills as well. Clients will need to have a disconnection notice or be currently disconnected before we schedule an appointment.
    • Rental Assistance-can only provide up to two months of rental assistance. Call 202-678-9771 for more details regarding the program or 202-332-5000.
    • Anyone experiencing homelessness or in need of furniture vouchers can reach out to Ms. Tanya Thomas at 202-984-7346. Ms. Thomas also helps with securing ID's as well.
    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Seniors only
      • Proof of household income required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Thu, May 14th (next week)

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

    • Thu, June 11th (next month)

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

    • Thu, July 9th (in 2 months)

      9:00 am–4:00 pm

    • 9:00 am–4:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    18 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.13 mi


    Info

    • Requirements

      • ID required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • This Friday

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Fri, May 15th (next week)

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

    • Fri, May 22nd (in 2 weeks)

      9:30 am–12:00 pm

    • 9:30 am–12:00 pm

      every week on Friday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.68 mi


    Info

    Open Status: Open Another Day (Call to Confirm) Note: TEFAP Available (See Requirements Below) Please call this location to confirm the days/times they are open. one must qualify to receive food at this location please call ahed to confirm qualifications

    TEFAP Auto-Eligibility: SNAP, TANF, Medicaid TEFAP Income Requirements: DC TEFAP Income Requirements Extenstions 234 or 219 **Wed: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM; 1st and 3rd of the Month (Note: Closed for lunch from 12-1); By Appointment Only Thu: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM; 1st and 3rd of the Month (Note: Closed for lunch 12-1); By Appointment Only

    • Requirements

      • Registration required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Tomorrow

      1:00 pm–4:00 pm

    • This Tuesday

      10:00 am–4:00 pm

    • This Wednesday

      10:00 am–4:00 pm

    • 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Monday

    • 1:00 pm–4:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Monday

    • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Tuesday

    • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Tuesday

    • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Wednesday

    • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Wednesday

    • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Thursday

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 1st Friday

    • 10:00 am–1:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Friday

    • 10:00 am–4:00 pm

      every month on the 3rd Thursday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    21 reviews

    Unclaimed

    10 minutes

    average wait time

    1.38 mi


    Info

    Open to DC Residents. Please bring your DC identification card upon going.

    Must be a resident of Washington DC

    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Must bring own bags/cart
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries
      • Diapers/baby essentials may be available

    Schedule

    • This Thursday

      11:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Thu, May 14th (next week)

      11:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Thu, May 21st (in 2 weeks)

      11:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 11:00 am–2:00 pm

      every week on Thursday

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    Community fridge

    1 review

    Unclaimed

    30 minutes

    average wait time


    Info

    Fridge is located in the building Fridge filled with 100 meals every morning

    Open 24/7! Free, outdoor community fridge/pantry operated by local volunteers.

    Schedule

    • Open now!

      Community fridge: 12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • Tomorrow

      Community fridge: 12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • This Tuesday

      Community fridge: 12:00 am–11:59 pm

    • Community fridge: 12:00 am–11:59 pm

      every day

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    6 reviews

    Unclaimed

    average user rating

    0.41 mi


    Info

    • There will be no food distribution on the fourth week of December because of the holidays
    • Requirements

      • First come, first serve: open until food runs out
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • This Saturday

      8:00 am–10:30 am

    • Sat, June 13th (next month)

      8:00 am–10:30 am

    • Sat, July 11th (in 2 months)

      8:00 am–10:30 am

    • 8:00 am–10:30 am

      every month on the 2nd Saturday

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    Food pantry (groceries)

    13 reviews

    Unclaimed

    3 minutes

    average wait time

    1.04 mi


    • Requirements

      • ID required
      • Proof of address required
    • Offerings

      • Free Groceries

    Schedule

    • Thu, May 14th (next week)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Thu, May 28th (in 3 weeks)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • Thu, June 11th (next month)

      10:00 am–2:00 pm

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 2nd Thursday

    • 10:00 am–2:00 pm

      every month on the 4th Thursday

  15. Do I need an appointment?

    Every location is different! Some places in Fairlawn accept appointments, some require it, and others allow walk-ins. Please review all details on the resource page to understand how you should prepare for your visit.

  16. What kind of food do they have?

    Food pantries offer grocery-style items such as canned food, fresh produce, and dry goods like pasta or rice that you can cook yourself. Soup kitchens offer ready-to-eat items like hot meals or sandwiches. All of these locations may have different options on different days, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

  17. Do they have vegetables?

    Pantries may have different options at different times, so it is hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day. Most pantries in Fairlawn do give out some form of vegetables, but they may be canned items.

  18. Do they have meat?

    Pantries may have different options on different days, so it’s hard to tell what each one of them will offer any given day.

  19. Any pantries open today?

    If you’ve signed up for personalized assistance through our text message helpline, please take a look at the links we’ve sent you! If none of the resources we’ve sent are open today, let us know and we can search for additional options. Here’s a list of everything in Fairlawn that’s open today: Feed the Fridge: Fort Place

  20. Where are you located?

    Because our work is mostly virtual, the Lemontree team works remotely, and we don’t have an office in Fairlawn for in-person visits. You can always reach us by texting 90847 or on WhatsApp between 10am-6pm, every day of the week.

  21. Can I get a reminder before my visit?

    Yes! Tap the bell icon on any resource page to set a reminder via text or WhatsApp before it opens, so you don’t forget your visit.

  22. Can I build a weekly food schedule?

    Yes — you can use Lemontree to build a calendar of upcoming pantry visits in Fairlawn for the week, so you always know where to go and when. It’s a great way to plan ahead and make sure you have food throughout the week.

  23. How do I get help from a real person?

    You can text our helpline at 90847 or reach us on WhatsApp between 10am–6pm, every day of the week. A real person will help you find food in Fairlawn, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources.